Performing Arts
Immersive review: Prison Island Melbourne, Docklands
34 cells offer escape room challenges of varying difficulties.
The art of intimacy: how cabaret artists connect with you from the stage
Adelaide Cabaret Festival artists share their stories of fostering connection with audiences and breaking down the fourth wall on even…
Music review: From Harbour to Harbour 2, National Theatre
A joyous celebration of southern Iranian traditional music with Australian Indigenous collaborations.
Theatre review: Heartbreak Hotel, RISING, The Showroom Arts Centre Melbourne
'You'll be so lonely, baby...' New Zealand's EBKM brings a show about heartbreak to this year's RISING.
Festival review: Dark Mofo 2025 Week One
Dark Mofo returns to the embrace of an enthusiastic crowd after a one-year hiatus. Here are the top 2025 highlights.
Theatre review: Hamlet, RISING, Union Theatre, University of Melbourne
It's 'Hamlet', but not 'that' one. No, this version has dancing, rap and a beautifully conceived and executed message behind…
Music review: Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone in Concert, Hamer Hall
The first of the Harry Potter series returns with live orchestral accompaniment.
Music review: Japanese Breakfast, RISING, Port Melbourne Industrial Centre for the Arts
Michelle Zauner was pure magic. This felt like Japanese Breakfast at its fullest, most actualised form.
Beethoven’s ‘Emperor’ crowned Australia’s favourite piano piece
The ABC Classic 100: Piano countdown sees Beethoven and Chopin dominate, with a record number of female and living composers…
Historic Tony wins for Australians Sarah Snook and more on Broadway
Actor Sarah Snook and designer Marg Horwell shine as Australia celebrates multiple Tony Award victories.